Marisa Urban

Origin

Aparecida, SP

Also known as

Mariza Siqueira Vieira Pinto, Mariza Urban

Years active

1967–1973

Genres

mpb, samba

Instruments

vocals

Biography

Marisa Urban, born Mariza Siqueira Vieira Pinto, was a Brazilian model, singer, television presenter, and actress. She was born in Aparecida, São Paulo, on October 19, 1938, and passed away in Rio de Janeiro on August 18, 2021. Urban began her career in the entertainment industry in 1967 with her debut in the film "Garota de Ipanema".

Throughout the late 1960s and early 1970s, Urban appeared in several Brazilian films, including "O Engano" (1968), "Adultério à Brasileira" (1969), "O Donzelo" (1970), and "Parafernália, o Dia da Caça," where she played the role of Márcia. In addition to her acting career, she was also known for her work as a television presenter and a frequent panelist, often serving as a judge on various television programs from the 1960s to the 1990s.

While Marisa Urban is primarily recognized for her contributions to Brazilian cinema and television, her involvement in music as a singer is also noted. Her career, though diverse, left a mark on Brazilian popular culture through her various roles in media. She is remembered as a multifaceted artist who contributed to the Brazilian entertainment landscape.